Instructional Activities / Learning Strategies for Unit 1, Part 2
*Pre-test, weekly mini quizzes to check for understanding, post-test
*Background building activities, pre-teach vocabulary
*Multiple class readings of fable, legend, tall tale, myth, and fairy tale from various cultures
*Pre-teach various gods/goddesses from various societies throughout time
*Mythological "wanted" poster explaining "poor choices" made by gods/goddesses
*Pre-teach and use gradual release of plot mountain strategy
*Short constructed response regarding theme and folklore
*Close reading of myths, practice gathering information / quotes to support analytical answers
*Identify literal and figurative meanings of symbols in text
*Comparative reading and response of myth versus reality
*Creating visual representations of a myth
*Pre-test, weekly mini quizzes to check for understanding, post-test
*Background building activities, pre-teach vocabulary
*Multiple class readings of fable, legend, tall tale, myth, and fairy tale from various cultures
*Pre-teach various gods/goddesses from various societies throughout time
*Mythological "wanted" poster explaining "poor choices" made by gods/goddesses
*Pre-teach and use gradual release of plot mountain strategy
*Short constructed response regarding theme and folklore
*Close reading of myths, practice gathering information / quotes to support analytical answers
*Identify literal and figurative meanings of symbols in text
*Comparative reading and response of myth versus reality
*Creating visual representations of a myth
Key academic vocabulary
Plot
Symbolism
Theme
Folklore (to include: fable, legend, tall tale, myth, fairy tale, folk tale)
Differentiation
Lower - building background knowledge, pre-teaching vocabulary
Middle - Individual demonstration of various folkloric texts through completion of activities
Advanced - technology based research and presentation (creating a web page detailing a specific god / goddess and their affect on that society)